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Dr. Leslie Hatchgale, a professional organizer with a background in early childhood special education, shares her journey into studying hoarding challenges and how she became involved with the TV show Hoarders. While the show helped raise awareness about hoarding, Dr. Hatchgale describes how it falls short in truly helping individuals with hoarding challenges. However, she acknowledges the positive impact of the show in terms of increasing awareness. She emphasizes the need for more understanding and support for individuals with hoarding challenges, highlighting the importance of treating it as a symptom rather than as a standalone disorder. Dr. Hatchgale also discusses the impact of hoarding on children, advocating for a compassionate and empathetic approach to help them navigate their experiences and offering practical suggestions for others to support children living in hoarding environments.